Newcastle United legend, Alan Shearer, has praised 27-year-old Scott McTominay for his bold decision to leave Manchester United, according to Metro.
According to Alan Shearer, the Scottish midfielder made a smart move by parting ways with his boyhood club during the last summer transfer window.
McTominay had been with Manchester United since the age of five, rising through the ranks of the academy to eventually become a regular in the first team.
Over the years, he made 255 appearances for the Red Devils and played a key role in helping the club win both the FA Cup and the EFL Cup.
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Alan Shearer Praises Scott McTominay
However, despite his long-standing connection with the club, McTominay decided to take on a new challenge and joined Serie A side Napoli during the summer. Shearer believes this decision could be a turning point in his career.
“It was a wise decision for Scott McTominay to move countries and experience something different, not only on a football pitch but in life as well,” Shearer told Betfair.
“I wonder what McTominay thinks, looking back at what Man United are doing this season – or rather what they are not doing in terms of performances on the pitch.
“Scott will look at himself and think he made the right decision because it looks as if the move to Napoli is going well for him.
“He’s already scored a couple of goals, he’s developing a good relationship with Romelu Lukaku, and it looks like he is enjoying it from his point of view.”
